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Italian Cucumber Salad

Italian Cucumber Salad: The Refreshing Side You’ll Love

This Italian Cucumber Salad bursts with vibrant flavors, making it a must-try refreshing side dish for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large English Cucumber or Persian cucumbers if unavailable
  • 2 cups Tomatoes any ripe variety
  • 1 medium Red Onion can substitute with green onions
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil add just before serving
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil preferably high-quality extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste

Equipment

  • medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and salt until emulsified.
  2. Dice cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions just before serving to maintain crispness.
  3. Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss to coat.
  4. Allow the salad to sit for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
  5. Add fresh basil before serving and mix gently.
  6. Enjoy fresh, ideally within 24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze a little lemon juice over the top for an extra zing. Choose quality ingredients for the best taste.

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